“Rightmove is My Obsession” – The Addiction to Online Property Searching
Katie Smith has a unique habit she calls “Rightmove stalking,” where she spends hours looking at houses for sale on the Rightmove app, even though she’s not planning to move.…
Airlines Aim to Reduce Tarmac Time for Passengers
Choosing the Best Gate for an Airplane is More Complicated Than You Think Next time you’re rushing to catch your flight, remember the airline staff who ensure your gate is…
Can Xi Jinping Revive China’s Economy as the Country Celebrates 75 Years of Communism?
As China prepares to celebrate 75 years since the founding of the People’s Republic, the ruling Communist Party has introduced several measures to boost its struggling economy. This comes during…
US Dockworkers Pause Port Strike Until January
The union representing thousands of dockworkers in the U.S. has agreed to pause its strike while they continue negotiations, according to BBC. Dockworkers, part of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA),…
Irish government reveals tax reductions in budget ahead of elections.
In July, Ireland’s finance minister, Jack Chambers, promised €1.4 billion in tax measures and €6.9 billion in new spending. Recently, he revealed plans for personal tax cuts and cost-of-living support…
Kolkata’s famous trams will soon stop running for good.
Kolkata’s trams are in danger of disappearing as the city plans to remove them entirely, leaving just a small heritage route. The tram network has already shrunk from 52 routes…
Union Leader Declares ‘No Games’ in Port Strike Talks
The leader of the dockworkers’ union, Harold Daggett, said that major US ports will stay closed until workers’ pay demands are met. He made this statement while on a picket…
Xi Jinping expresses concern over the economy – how do the Chinese people feel?
China’s economy is struggling, and its leaders are trying many ways to fix it. Over the past week, they have offered cash handouts, made plans to boost growth, and introduced…
California governor stops major AI safety bill from becoming law.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has blocked a significant AI safety bill, saying it could slow down innovation and push AI companies to leave the state. The bill, which faced opposition…
US ports prepare for closure as dockworkers go on strike.
A major strike by dockworkers is about to close ports across much of the US, with no end in sight. This shutdown could cause big problems for trade and the…